2023–2024 Pierce Commercial: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 24V147000 · 15 units potentially affected · filed Feb 26, 2024
What's wrong
Pierce Manufacturing (Pierce) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Commercial Chassis equipped with Hercules HC 1.7 multiplex nodes. In the event of a short circuit or wiring failure, the firmware in the node may fail to shut off the output pin, resulting in overloaded electrical circuits.
Why it matters
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
The fix
Weldon will update the firmware, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Pierce customer service at 1-888-974-3723. Pierce's number for this recall is 74B334.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V147000
- Manufacturer no.
- 74B334
- Manufacturer
- Pierce Manufacturing
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Units affected
- 15
- Report received
- Feb 26, 2024
- Owner letters
- Apr 16, 2024
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Pierce Commercial 2023, 2024